XX Economic Forum
Krynica Zdrój, Poland, September 8-11th 2010
Europe after the Lisbon Treaty - Strategies for the Future
The Treaty of Lisbon entered into force at the end of 2009. On one hand, the process of negotiation and ratification of the Treaty was long and revealed many concerns. On the other hand, European Union member states put hopes in this new legal formula. According to the Treaty, the European Union is going to become more integrated and it will be able to better address both external (globalization, political changes and economic expansion of emerging markets) and internal (social issues, free market economy, social market economy, social security, political security, energy security, etc.) challenges. It is time to translate the Treaty into concrete solutions across Europe and within particular countries and regions.
The Treaty of Lisbon makes provisions for a number of reforms of the EU institutions, changing the role of the national parliaments and their impact on EU policy, and introducing new principles of functioning. The ratification of the Treaty of Lisbon is expected to strengthen of the role of regional and local authorities in shaping EU policy and get the Community closer to the realization of the idea of multi-level governance.
The European Union, according to the provisions of the Treaty, needs to focus on the development of new technologies, research and competitiveness. It is supposed to be citizen-friendly, lawful and responsible for social affairs. The Treaty has accentuated the subsidiarity principle and has introduced the principle of energy solidarity.
The Treaty should be beneficial for Poland and other countries of Central and Eastern Europe as long as they remain active on the European level. The first decisions taken under the Treaty will show how we take advantage of the opportunities offered by this new legal formula. They will also determine how to interpret the Treaty and will test its effectiveness.
The leadingl theme of the 20th Economic Forum in Krynica is: "Europe after the Lisbon Treaty – Strategies for the Future".
The Economic Forum in Krynica has been held annually since 1991 at the beginning of September. Over the years, it has become is a highly recognised event in Central and Eastern Europe, with a mission to create a favourable climate for development of political and economic co-operation between the EU and its neighbouring countries. The Forum receives wide media coverage while bringing together over 1800 academicians, political leaders, business executives and social actors from all over the world. We believe that sharing experiences and views facilitates decision-making and joint actions which are of special importance for development of international and interregional cooperation.
Date: September 8-11th, 2010
September 8th:
- Opening Session 15:00
- Panel discussions (16:00 - 19:30)
- Economic Forum Awards Ceremony 21:30
September 9th:
- Plenary session I - 9:00
- Panel discussions (10:00 – 16:00)
September 10th:
- Plenary Session II - 9:00
- Panel discussions (10:00- 16:00)
September 11th:
- Recreational events
The programme will be based on 10 thematic tracks. The debates will be taking place simultaneously. The base for the 2010 Economic Forum programme will be groups of topics discussed during the 2009 edition:
- Macroeconomics
- Business&Management
- International Politics &Security
- Regions
- Society
- Energy Sector
- Science&Culture
- The European Union and its Neighbours
- Innovation and Sustainable Development
- State and Reforms
- Health Care
After 16:00 – recreational programme (picnic and trips in Krynica neighborhood area, horse riding and many other attractions).
Location:
The municipality of Krynica-Zdrój, Poland
Conference Center:
- “Stary Dom Zdrojowy“
- “Nowy Dom Zdrojowy”
- “Nowa Pijalnia Zdrojowa”
Organizers:
- Institute for Eastern Studies
- Economic Forum Programme Council
- Partners of the Economic Forum
Outline:
- Three plenary sessions
- More than 100 panel discussions, lectures, workshops and round tables
- National and regional presentations
- Presentation of the report “New Europe. Report on Transformation”
- Cultural programme: author evenings, movie screenings, concerts
- Wide variety of recreational events on for September 10 and 11 after 16:00 and on September 11
As in the previous years, the Awards of the Economic Forum will be handed out in the following categories:
- Man of the Year 2009 of Central and Eastern Europe
- Company of the Year 2009 of Central and Eastern Europe
- New Culture of New Europe 2009
KRAKÓW - KRYNICA AIRLIFT
Participants have the possibility to charter a helicopter from Balice Airport to Krynica Zdrój.
Two luxury Eurocopters based at Balice airport are at your disposal 24h a day.
More about Krakow-Krynica Airflit
Booking & Info: a.siembida@aam.com.pl
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